Camden County -H Educator

Position: Camden County 4-H Educator
Position Information

Classification Title Extension Educator I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The 4-H County Extension Educator position is an exempt professional staff role within UGA Cooperative Extension responsible for the delivery of the 4-H program within the assigned county. A high level of independent judgment is needed to effectively carry out the essential duties of the job and the incumbent will manage both 4-H education delivery and Extension program administration by developing techniques and procedures as appropriate.

This role works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and is administratively responsible to the appropriate County Extension Coordinator and the District Extension Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Good communication skills- oral and written.

* Knowledge of Cooperative Extension 4-H program activities.

Physical Demands

* Some degree of physical activity, including lifting, to conduct programs (e.g., handling animals, supplies and demonstration materials, audio/visual equipment, etc.).

* Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time.

* Exposure to various seasonal weather conditions for outside activities.

* Driving to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

* Delivers in-school 4-H programming to enrolled 4-H members.

* Conducts in-school club meetings each month in which employee is responsible for promoting 4-H events as well as delivering prepared Georgia Professional Standards based curriculum.

* Studies and reviews the results of program evaluations and feedback to modify/revise future programs and delivery techniques so as meet the needs of 4-H clientele: club members, volunteers, and chaperones.

Percentage of time 55 Duties/Responsibilities

* Helps develop efficient and effective procedures for managing the youth.

* This includes sign-up procedures, handling paperwork, parent relations, and on-site supervision and counsel for County youth attending camp.

* Works with home-school 4-H club members to ensure they receive equal opportunities as afforded the 4-H club members enrolled in the local school system.

* Assist 4-H club members with preparation for competitive events, such as project achievement, judging teams, etc.

* May temporarily conduct County 4-H Agent duties during period(s) of prolonged absence.

* Is involved in all aspects of event planning for 4-H, including annual 4-H Awards Banquet, which typically has over 200 people in attendance.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

* Identify, recruit, and help train involved and recognized 4-H volunteers in planning, teaching, and evaluating…